Discover the aromatic intensity of Ugandan Grade B vanilla beans, renowned for their high natural vanillin content and rich gourmand notes. From the Vanilla planifolia species, they develop a deep, creamy, and woody flavor, accompanied by delicate hints of fig and raisin.

With their low moisture content, these pods are particularly prized for making homemade vanilla extracts, while also being excellent for flavoring pastries, chocolate desserts, creams, biscuits, tarts, and many other preparations.

⭐ Highlights

• Vanilla planifolia vanilla beans, Grade B quality

• Intense, creamy flavor rich in vanillin

• Perfect for homemade vanilla extracts

• Deep vanilla aromas with notes of fig and raisin

• Whole, unsplit pods

• Vacuum-packed to preserve freshness

📋 Technical Data Sheet

• 📍 Origin: 🇺🇬 Uganda

• 🌱 Botanical name: Vanilla planifolia

• 📏 Length: 13 to 18 cm (5 to 7 inches)

• 🧪 Vanillin content: 1.4 to 1.6 %

• 💧 Moisture: 15 to 25 %

• 🎨 Color: Brown with coppery reflections

• ✅ Quality: Grade B – Extract

• 📦 Packaging: Vacuum-sealed bag

🧪 How to use

Grade B pods are ideal for preparing homemade vanilla extract by macerating them in alcohol with 35 to 45% alcohol (70 to 90 proof). They can also be used to flavor creams, cakes, biscuits, glazes, pastries, milkshakes, smoothies, jams, and other gourmet recipes.

💡 Storage Tips

Store the pods in their vacuum packaging or submerged in alcohol to preserve their suppleness and aromas. Avoid the refrigerator and freezer, which can alter their quality. After use, the pods can be dried and then placed in a jar of sugar to obtain delicious homemade vanilla sugar.

⚠️ Information

Grade B vanilla beans have a lower moisture content than Grade A, making them particularly suitable for making vanilla extracts while offering excellent value for money.